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07-04-2015, 03:37 PM
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I've already decided to install lowering springs, either GMG or TechArt.
I am willing to take the risk to find out if there is premature wear on the suspension and if so I will go with the damptronics down the line.
What have you decided Larry?
I am willing to take the risk to find out if there is premature wear on the suspension and if so I will go with the damptronics down the line.
What have you decided Larry?
07-04-2015, 04:16 PM
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Unfortunately, I already have an order for a GTS coupe that's being built in November (Mexico Blue) 
07-05-2015, 12:36 PM
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I actually swapped out my SPASM springs on my C2S for the techart ones, and I got about another 10mm lower. It now looks perfect.
I considered the H&R's and also the Elephant Racing, as they are local to me. But I just didn't care for the adjustability, nor needed to tune my spring rates, which the elephant racing solution offers.
I actually think it's pretty close to GT3 low.
I considered the H&R's and also the Elephant Racing, as they are local to me. But I just didn't care for the adjustability, nor needed to tune my spring rates, which the elephant racing solution offers.
I actually think it's pretty close to GT3 low.
07-05-2015, 01:27 PM
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I actually swapped out my SPASM springs on my C2S for the techart ones, and I got about another 10mm lower. It now looks perfect.
I considered the H&R's and also the Elephant Racing, as they are local to me. But I just didn't care for the adjustability, nor needed to tune my spring rates, which the elephant racing solution offers.
I actually think it's pretty close to GT3 low.
I considered the H&R's and also the Elephant Racing, as they are local to me. But I just didn't care for the adjustability, nor needed to tune my spring rates, which the elephant racing solution offers.
I actually think it's pretty close to GT3 low.
the gt3 is pretty low and need air lift
I just ordered techarts few days ago from TAG motorsports. Lets see how it goes.
07-05-2015, 02:20 PM
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The first week I owned the GTS I dove into a high entrance to a gas station while in Sport Plus after having just clear bra' d the front. Put a nice gouge through the bra into the paint on the front valence. Why would I want to lower it further? I am dumb enough already.
07-05-2015, 02:46 PM
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07-05-2015, 03:03 PM
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The TechArt offer a VERY conservative drop. Also the GT3 may just have lower front bumpers, so that could be part of the reason for the airlift. I haven't researched this.
I think you will be SUPER happy with the drop.
ALSO make note to have your install shop read the install manual, as mine didn't and have not installed the techart springs and didn't set the proper snap ring adjustment on the rear shock, so the rear was much too high.
Depending on the part# of your rear shock absorber you will need to place the snapring adjustment perch at different spots. Once you check out the manual it will be a lot clearer.
07-05-2015, 03:27 PM
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I actually swapped out my SPASM springs on my C2S for the techart ones, and I got about another 10mm lower. It now looks perfect.
I considered the H&R's and also the Elephant Racing, as they are local to me. But I just didn't care for the adjustability, nor needed to tune my spring rates, which the elephant racing solution offers.
I actually think it's pretty close to GT3 low.
I considered the H&R's and also the Elephant Racing, as they are local to me. But I just didn't care for the adjustability, nor needed to tune my spring rates, which the elephant racing solution offers.
I actually think it's pretty close to GT3 low.
That's probably "too" low for me...
07-05-2015, 03:28 PM
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I really don't think it's THAT low, I come from the tuner Audi and BMW days and had lower cars, AND live in San Francisco and have very few issues. The H&R's are about 10mm lower than TechArt from my research.
The TechArt offer a VERY conservative drop. Also the GT3 may just have lower front bumpers, so that could be part of the reason for the airlift. I haven't researched this.
I think you will be SUPER happy with the drop.
ALSO make note to have your install shop read the install manual, as mine didn't and have not installed the techart springs and didn't set the proper snap ring adjustment on the rear shock, so the rear was much too high.
Depending on the part# of your rear shock absorber you will need to place the snapring adjustment perch at different spots. Once you check out the manual it will be a lot clearer.
The TechArt offer a VERY conservative drop. Also the GT3 may just have lower front bumpers, so that could be part of the reason for the airlift. I haven't researched this.
I think you will be SUPER happy with the drop.
ALSO make note to have your install shop read the install manual, as mine didn't and have not installed the techart springs and didn't set the proper snap ring adjustment on the rear shock, so the rear was much too high.
Depending on the part# of your rear shock absorber you will need to place the snapring adjustment perch at different spots. Once you check out the manual it will be a lot clearer.
although I am still thinking about the B16s
07-05-2015, 03:29 PM
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07-05-2015, 03:30 PM
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07-05-2015, 03:32 PM
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The first week I owned the GTS I dove into a high entrance to a gas station while in Sport Plus after having just clear bra' d the front. Put a nice gouge through the bra into the paint on the front valence. Why would I want to lower it further? I am dumb enough already.
Aslo - I have 2x Aerokit cup splitters waiting to get painted to replace the current SD lip...
07-05-2015, 04:10 PM
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07-05-2015, 06:10 PM
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It won't be an apples-to-apples comparison as I believe the HRE wheels on that car are 21s, which will make ride quality harsher even with OEM springs/shocks/dampening/etc setup.
Also, from what I know the Bilsteins will be stiffer than OEM.
Also, from what I know the Bilsteins will be stiffer than OEM.